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A Dog-Friendly Guide to Staying at a KOA Campground

September 9, 2020 By Amanda Leave a Comment

I absolutely love staying at KOA campgrounds with Wynston. If you’re not familiar with the term KOA, it is the acronym for Kamgrounds of America.

KOAs are located throughout the entire US, and there are plenty of them scattered along popular travel routes. There are over 500 KOA campgrounds located throughout North America.

KOA campgrounds are dog-friendly, and you’ll often find that each KOA you visit has a Kamp K9 Dog Park.

Since I’m such a big fan of staying at KOAs, I put together a dog-friendly guide to staying at a KOA campground. This information will help you prepare for your next visit with Fido!

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We’re Driving Across the US in October!

September 8, 2020 By Amanda 7 Comments

We can all agree that 2020 has been bizarre, to say the least. Not only have we been faced with an international pandemic, but I also lost my stepdad to cancer in March, then Wynston almost died in April.

Though I’ve endured intense trauma this year, I’ve brought a positive attitude with me along the way. I learned through experiencing so much death and sadness that life truly is short, and I don’t want to waste it.

Since his recovery, Wynston and I have had several adventures in our minivan camper conversion, and now we’re going bigger than ever! In October we head out on a cross country trip throughout the United States.

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You’re Invited! Wynston’s 9th Birthday Facebook Live Bash!

September 6, 2020 By Amanda Leave a Comment

Wynston is turning 9 years old on September 11, and this year we have endless reasons to celebrate! After almost losing my son on April 27, this birthday is extra special.

Last year we had a successful online birthday party for Wynston, so we’re doing the same this year. And everyone is invited!

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Boosting My Dogs’ Wellness With Front Of The Pack

August 28, 2020 By Amanda 10 Comments

With a senior dog and one who underwent two surgeries this year, it’s a priority of mine to keep my babies as healthy as possible. Both Wynston and Penny (and every dog, really) can benefit from a boost to their overall wellness via proper nutrition and supplements.

Front Of The Pack “The One” is a new breed of supplement that works to target your dog’s entire body. It benefits gut health, the immune system, joints and more! Both Penny and Wynston take the supplement daily, and in this blog post I will share why I love it.

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Van Life Adventures: Exploring San Diego

August 19, 2020 By Amanda Leave a Comment

I chase weather. I go where it’s cold, raining, snowing…anything but sun. Living in the desert for 22 years has taken it’s toll on me and I’m over it. Therefore, I like to travel where the weather is not going to fry my soul if I walk outdoors.

But anyways, that’s what brought Wynston and I to San Diego for a van life trip – weather in the 70s. The San Diego area is about a 5.5 hour drive from our house, which is super close for us! When you’re used to driving 12+ hours to visit a beautiful spot, only having to travel less than 6 is awfully appealing.

I decided to book a stay at the San Diego Metro KOA. If you aren’t familiar with KOAs (I definitely wasn’t), they are family-oriented campgrounds with lots of activities and amenities.

I’m attracted to KOAs because they give you the ability to camp with the amenities of a hotel such as showers, bathrooms, electric hookups, activities for the family and often a pool and cafe. At most KOA campgrounds, you can camp in a cabin, tent or RV. Some even have tiny homes and yurts. Whatever your style is, the KOA probably offers it.

I hadn’t been to San Diego since I was a teenager, so I was especially excited to visit. I wasn’t really sure what to expect of a campground in the middle of an ocean “city,” but I gave it a whirl, and it was worth it.

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